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ArticlesJune 1, 1998

Productivity & Cost Containment Are Key Issues Facing Fleet Managers

Alternative fuel mandates and safety are also among the top issues cited by fleet managers attending the National Association of Fleet Administrators Fleet Management Institute, which took place May 3-6 in Seattle.

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ArticlesDecember 1, 1993

Clinton Reviews Federal Fleet Conversion Task Force Report

The National Association of Fleet Administrators (NAFA) participated in a task force that presented recommendations to President Clinton on how to accelerate the federal fleet's conversion to alternative fuels. Here are the recommendations.

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ArticlesJune 1, 1993

What is the CleanFleet Project?

The CleanFleet Project, a $10.7 million, two-year field evaluation of alternative vehicles fuels in fleet use.

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ArticlesMarch 1, 1993

Ford Test CNG Demos as Precursor to Full Production

Twenty-four utility companies in the U.S. and Canada are participating in Ford's three-year natural gas demonstration program. Fleets are using natural gas-powered Crown Victorias, Econolines, and F-Series pickups.

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ArticlesJanuary 1, 1993

Fleets Cautious in Acquiring Alternative-Fuel Vehicles

Corporate fleets are acquiring 1993-model year vehicles equipped with safety equipment and cellular phones, according to a NAFA survey. Eight percent of survey respondents will lease vehicles previously purchased.

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ArticlesJune 1, 1990

Future of Alternative Fuels in Fleets

A leading authority an alternate-fuel vehicles, Cliff Hayden of GTE Service Corp. describes the poor air quality in America and warns fleet managers to prepare for the inevitable use of such vehicles in the near future.

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ArticlesSeptember 1, 1988

Electric Vehicle Tested For Downtown Deliveries

Battery power seen as alternative.

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ArticlesMarch 1, 1988

CNG: The Ideal Transportation Fuel

Compressed natural gas is a promising alternative to gas. However, there are obstacles preventing its widespread use. Niagara Mohawk, a New York utility, has been working hard to eliminate these obstacles.

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ArticlesSeptember 1, 1985

Gasolines for Today and Tomorrow

Fuel - like every other aspect of the vehicle - is evolving. There are a number of grades of gasoline available today, plus a growing list of blending components and additives. What's more, you can expect to see even greater complexity in the future. As fleet managers, it's important for you to be ready for the fuels of the future in order to ensure maximum fleet performance and economy.

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ArticlesDecember 1, 1984

A Worldwide Quest for Alternative Fuels

Ford scientists and engineers worldwide have been actively searching for acceptable alternative fuels for motor vehicles.

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